Painting the Hood and Trunk Lid of Elvis

TLDRIn this video, the author plans to paint the hood and trunk lid of Elvis. They have prepared the surfaces by washing them multiple times with Windex and drying them off. They will use a tack cloth to remove any remaining dirt before applying three coats of paint. The author emphasizes the importance of being open to getting some dirt in the paint since they will likely go over it again later. They also explain their strategy of painting certain parts separately before assembling the car. The author uses urethane paint and aims to achieve the best job possible. They also discuss the truthfulness of their communication style and express their preference for honesty. The author shares their experience with taping the underside of the hood and highlights the importance of telling the truth. They also mentioned that they purchased a gallon of paint to ensure consistency in the color. However, they notice a slight difference in shade between the quart and gallon cans. Despite this, they decide to proceed with the paint job and will evaluate the outcome afterwards. Lastly, the author reflects on the time they spent with Jim and appreciates his unique perspective and sense of humor.